1958 AC Ace vs. 2002 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Mazda 626 is newer by 44 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 25 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 626 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2002 Mazda 626 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Ace | 626 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |