1959 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 526 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1990 Audi Coupe | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Aceca | Coupe |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2226 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |