1961 AC Ace vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 36 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 322 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 145 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
