1999 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Aceca | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |