1963 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Honda Legend is newer by 40 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 776 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, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Honda Legend | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Legend |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
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 | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |