1962 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 44 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Aceca weights approximately 41 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Aceca | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
