1958 AC Ace vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 54 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, 2012 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 298 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.
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, 2012 Seat Altea, 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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | Ace | Altea |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |