1956 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 460 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Golf |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |