1960 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca.
Because 1960 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 AC Aceca | 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aceca | 147 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
