1953 AC Ace vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 56 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1281 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, 2009 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
