1956 AC Ace vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 55 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, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 352 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Civic |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |