1956 AC Ace vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 104 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Santana |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
