1965 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 79 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
Because 1965 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 1965 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Aceca | Alfasud |
Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 59 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |