1958 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 515 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD, 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 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | GTD |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
