1958 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 46 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 736 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 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | S60 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
