1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 50 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 456 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Ace | Jetta |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |