1961 AC Ace vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Ace (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 337 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | Luce |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
