1959 AC Ace vs. 1991 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1991 Holden Apollo is newer by 32 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Apollo weights approximately 311 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1991 Holden Apollo | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Ace | Apollo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |