1956 AC Ace vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 606 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2005 Honda CR-V 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. 2005 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
