1958 AC Ace vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 43 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 386 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ace | 146 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |