1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 41 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 89 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |
