1956 AC Ace vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 4 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord. 1978 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Accord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
