1958 AC Aceca vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 31 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 406 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 1958 AC Aceca 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 Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | 100 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
