1986 AC Ace vs. 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 1750 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
