1959 AC Ace vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 256 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Ace | Polo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |