1958 AC Ace vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1975 Mazda 818 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | 818 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2320 mm |
