1956 AC Ace vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Accord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
