1959 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 40 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, 1959 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 319 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |