1958 AC Ace vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 37 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 206 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
