1958 AC Ace vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 46 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. Both 1958 AC Ace and 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 are equipped with a 1,969 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1958 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 156 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
