1956 AC Ace vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 38 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, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda CRX weights approximately 156 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1994 Honda CRX | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | CRX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
