1953 AC Ace vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 44 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 38 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC Ace weights approximately 52 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Today |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
