1958 AC Ace vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 48 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |
