1958 AC Ace vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1980 Holden Kingswood is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 480 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
