1958 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 48 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 181 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Element |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |