1958 AC Ace vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Mazda Chante is newer by 18 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 406 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Ace | Chante |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |