1958 AC Ace vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 594 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 6 (226 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 6 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 6 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | 6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
