1954 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 58 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 408 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 1954 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1954 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1404 mm |
