1959 AC Ace vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 4 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Prelude |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |