1958 AC Ace vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 71 L |
