1961 AC Ace vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 19 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 17 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Ace | 929 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
