2003 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aceca | 156 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
