1956 AC Ace vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 41 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 396 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (219 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
