1999 AC Ace vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Ace weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Ace | Quintet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |