1957 AC Ace vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 54 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 565 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Accord |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |