1959 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Honda Insight is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Aceca (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Aceca weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 2003 Honda Insight | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Aceca | Insight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
