1957 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 540 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | Bora |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 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 |
