1958 AC Aceca vs. 1992 Mazda 323
To start off, 1992 Mazda 323 is newer by 34 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 323 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1958 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1992 Mazda 323 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Aceca | 323 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |