1959 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 517 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Aceca | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |