1956 AC Ace vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 47 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 416 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, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
