1956 AC Aceca-Bristol vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 40 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 66 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol.
Because 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca-Bristol | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Aceca-Bristol | 121 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |