1956 AC Ace vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1959 Holden FC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 90 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | FC |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
