1957 AC Ace vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 47 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 41 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 376 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |