1959 AC Aceca vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1959 AC Aceca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 506 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aceca | 6C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
