1957 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 526 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Legend |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |