1963 AC Aceca vs. 1995 Honda Legend
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 656 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend, 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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 1995 Honda Legend | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Legend |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |