1958 AC Ace vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 52 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, 2010 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 430 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Ace | Civic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |
