1962 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 66 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 1962 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Aceca | Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
