1965 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 36 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 30 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 559 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aceca | 156 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
