1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre 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 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | 2-Litre | Accord |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |