1962 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 49 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 574 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, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aceca | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
