1959 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 46 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |