1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight.
Because 1953 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 1953 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | 2-Litre | Insight |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |