1962 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 47 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 7 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca | 6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
