1958 AC Ace vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 28 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 47 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 33 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
