1957 AC Ace vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 55 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 25 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 352 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Insight |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |