1957 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Holden Astra
To start off, 1986 Holden Astra is newer by 29 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Astra weights approximately 1 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca.
Because 1957 AC Aceca 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 1957 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Astra, 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, 1957 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Astra. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1986 Holden Astra | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Aceca | Astra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
