1953 AC Ace vs. 1992 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 39 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, 1992 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Concerto weights approximately 273 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. 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, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1992 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
