1959 AC Ace vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 44 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 646 kg more than 1959 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Kamal |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
