1958 AC Ace vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Accord |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
