1959 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Aceca | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |