1962 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Honda Fit

To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 48 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 8 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 238 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.

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, 2010 Honda Fit, 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, 1962 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1962 AC Aceca 2010 Honda Fit
Make AC Honda
Model Aceca Fit
Year Released 1962 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1132 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 40 L