1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 41 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 605 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (187 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 166 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
