1962 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 528 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Aceca | Passat |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |