1957 AC Ace vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 792 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Ace | Caddy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |