1956 AC Ace vs. 2000 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2000 Mazda Laputa is newer by 44 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 71 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 144 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa. 2000 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2000 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |
