1958 AC Ace vs. 1984 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1984 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 26 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, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1984 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
