1957 AC Ace vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 581 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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2005 Honda Stream | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Stream |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
