1959 AC Ace vs. 1989 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Mazda 929 is newer by 30 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 15 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 929 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1989 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | 929 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
