1958 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Audi 80
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1981 Audi 80 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Aceca | 80 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |