1962 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo 179
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Aceca (209 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. (177 Nm). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aceca | 179 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
