1959 AC Ace vs. 1962 Alpine A 108
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 108 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 299 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1962 Alpine A 108 | |
Make | AC | Alpine |
Model | Ace | A 108 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 28 L |