1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 175 kg more than 1950 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1950 AC 2-Litre 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 1950 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1950 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1950 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1950 AC 2-Litre 2006 Honda Accord
Make AC Honda
Model 2-Litre Accord
Year Released 1950 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 76 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 287 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1501 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 65 L