1986 AC Ace vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 AC Ace. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 187 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 52.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 46 L |
