1957 AC Ace vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 511 kg more than 1957 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Accord |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
