1959 AC Ace vs. 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 12 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 3 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ace | 1750 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |