2004 AC Aceca vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 410 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Aceca | FB Special |
Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |