1957 AC Ace vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Accord weights approximately 36 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1980 Honda Accord | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Accord |
Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |