1958 AC Ace vs. 1976 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 98 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1976 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | AC | Alpine |
| Model | Ace | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
