1963 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Aceca | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
