1957 AC Ace vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 706 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mazda MPV (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV 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 MPV | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | MPV |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
