1953 AC Ace vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 60 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 465 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, 2013 Honda Civic, 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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Civic |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
