1957 AC Ace vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 40 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 436 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
