1956 AC Ace vs. 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 39 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, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 72 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
