1958 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo 179
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 (177 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aceca | 179 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
