1958 AC Ace vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 40 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 22 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |
