1958 AC Ace vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 349 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1958 AC Ace 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 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Golf |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
