1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | 2-Litre | 818 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2320 mm |