1956 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1956 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Civic |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 144 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |