1958 AC Ace vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 46 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 66 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 78 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, 2004 Seat Arosa, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | Ace | Arosa |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 974 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3560 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 |