1958 AC Ace vs. 2009 Honda Stream
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 538 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1958 AC Ace 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 Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream, 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2009 Honda Stream | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Stream |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |