1959 AC Ace vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Ace | 6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |