1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 570 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element 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 Element | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Element |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |