1957 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 581 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 1979 Holden GTS | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Aceca | GTS |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |