1954 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3, 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, 1954 AC Aceca (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca | 3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
