1956 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 51 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 756 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1956 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Aceca | Accord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
