1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2009 Honda FR-V 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 FR-V | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
