1958 AC Ace vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 55 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 424 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Civic |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1798 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 | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |