1956 AC Aceca vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1964 Holden EH is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,929 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EH weights approximately 291 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca. 1964 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1956 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Aceca | EH |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
