1957 AC Ace vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 48 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 329 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (183 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | 3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
