1954 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 51 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 257 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (225 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
