1958 AC Ace vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 55 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 493 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | 3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
