1965 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 22 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) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 459 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aceca | Graduate |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |
