1957 AC Ace vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 531 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | 6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
