1962 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Aceca weights approximately 301 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca | Chante |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
