1956 AC Ace vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 111 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (152 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Golf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| 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 | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
