1955 AC 2-Litre vs. 1993 Honda Concerto

To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1955 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto.

Because 1955 AC 2-Litre 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 1955 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1955 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1955 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.

Compare all specifications:

1955 AC 2-Litre 1993 Honda Concerto
Make AC Honda
Model 2-Litre Concerto
Year Released 1955 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1492 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.8:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2560 mm


 

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