1954 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 AC Aceca (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 AC Aceca (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | SP |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
