1956 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 472 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
Because 1956 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 1956 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Jetta |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |