1958 AC Ace vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 32 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 255 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (166 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ace | Spider |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 166 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |