1962 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 389 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Accord |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |