1986 AC Ace vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace 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 20 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 90 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
