1957 AC Aceca vs. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aceca | 90 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
