1958 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 649 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
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 Tiguan, 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 Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Tiguan |
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 | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 280 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 | 1543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |