1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1972 AC 428
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AC 428 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1972 AC 428 | |
| Make | Mazda | AC |
| Model | 626 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
