1958 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Civic weights approximately 156 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1958 AC Aceca 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 Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic, 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 Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Aceca | Civic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
