1961 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 611 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca.
Because 1961 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Aceca | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Eos |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |