1958 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 42 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1958 AC Aceca 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 Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aceca | 146 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
