1963 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 806 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Aceca | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
