1959 AC Ace vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 404 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | Chante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
