1959 AC Aceca vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 32 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 196 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 1959 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 1959 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1959 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Corrado |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |