1956 AC Ace vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 28 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, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 46 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (102 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
