1963 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 34 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Aceca weights approximately 104 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1963 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Life |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |