1958 AC Aceca vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 10 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 596 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Aceca | Nova |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |