1962 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 47 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, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Aceca | Element |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| 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 | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
