1957 AC Ace vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1993 Mazda Sentia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 726 kg more than 1957 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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
