1958 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva is newer by 49 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Captiva (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 911 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.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Aceca | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
