1958 AC Ace vs. 1949 Holden FX
To start off, 1958 AC Ace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Holden FX weights approximately 82 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1949 Holden FX | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | FX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 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 | 51 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
