1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1991 Holden Nova
To start off, 1991 Holden Nova is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Nova (81 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 305 kg more than 1991 Holden Nova.
Because 1948 AC 2-Litre 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 1948 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Nova, 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, 1948 AC 2-Litre (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 1991 Holden Nova | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | 2-Litre | Nova |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2440 mm |
