1986 AC Ace vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 49 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 103 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 46 L |
