1958 AC Ace vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 16 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 90 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Spider |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
