1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 345 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 1952 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 1952 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1952 AC 2-Litre | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | 2-Litre | Prelude |
Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |