1954 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 810 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca. 2004 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 1954 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1954 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Aceca | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
