1959 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 50 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), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 1 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 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Aceca | TT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
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 | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |