1959 AC Ace vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 607 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Ace | 6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |