1974 Mazda 110 S vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 1974 Mazda 110 S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 110 S | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Mazda | AC |
| Model | 110 S | 428 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 7003 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
