1957 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 363 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Aceca (167 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1957 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | Golf |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
