1958 AC Ace vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 18 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 39 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 116 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ace | Giulia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |