1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2-Litre | 156 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
