1956 AC Ace vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
