1962 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 14 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 50 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
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, 1962 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
