1958 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 18 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 281 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Aceca | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |