1961 AC Ace vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 1985 Holden Barina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Ace (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Ace weights approximately 188 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Ace | Barina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2250 mm |
