1986 AC Ace vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 3 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 42 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ace | 75 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
