1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 50 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 441 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 156 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
