1961 AC Ace vs. 1990 Alpine A 610
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Ace | 1990 Alpine A 610 | |
Make | AC | Alpine |
Model | Ace | A 610 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |