1958 AC Ace vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 47 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda 3 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Ace | 3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |