1958 AC Aceca vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1960 Holden FC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 86 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1960 Holden FC | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Aceca | FC |
Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |