1959 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 49 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 651 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 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2008 Audi A3 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | A3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
