1958 AC Ace vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 48 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 642 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
