1958 AC Ace vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2001 Holden Vectra is newer by 43 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Vectra weights approximately 410 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, 2001 Holden Vectra (200 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
