1957 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Aceca | RX-2 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |