1959 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 346 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 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 200 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 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |