1959 AC Ace vs. 1965 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1965 Alpine A 110 is newer by 6 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1965 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | AC | Alpine |
| Model | Ace | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
