1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 AC 2-Litre (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1952 AC 2-Litre | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | 2-Litre | Sunny |
Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |