1986 AC Ace vs. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 66 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (84 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 AC Ace weights approximately 31 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
