1959 AC Ace vs. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 24 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 31 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ace | 33 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |