1958 AC Aceca vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Aceca | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |