1956 AC Aceca-Bristol vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. 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 Aceca-Bristol (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca-Bristol | 323 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
