1958 AC Ace vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 38 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
