1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 51 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 606 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Accord |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |