1954 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 430 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 AC Aceca 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 149 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |