1961 AC Ace vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Ace (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 267 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ace | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
