1957 AC Ace vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 33 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Civic weights approximately 102 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1992 Honda Civic | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |