2002 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aceca | GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
