1953 AC Ace vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC Ace (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC Ace weights approximately 62 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 AC Ace 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 Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Jazz, 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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
