1958 AC Ace vs. 1991 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1991 Holden Apollo is newer by 33 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Apollo weights approximately 315 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, 1991 Holden Apollo (171 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1991 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1991 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
