1999 AC Aceca vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 570 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Aceca | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1962 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |