1956 AC Ace vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 616 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | 616 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
