1958 AC Ace vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 27 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Camira weights approximately 121 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1985 Holden Camira | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Camira |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
