1958 AC Ace vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda 3 (183 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | 3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
