1956 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 725 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 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | Eos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
