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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 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 656 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 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). 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 | 1971 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |