1959 AC Ace vs. 1989 Holden Nova
To start off, 1989 Holden Nova is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Nova weights approximately 121 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1989 Holden Nova | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Nova |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
