1958 AC Ace vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 38 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Ace | 121 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |