1959 AC Ace vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 37 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 436 kg more than 1959 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | S-MX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |