1961 AC Ace vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 652 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 AC Ace 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 1961 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1961 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Ace | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |