1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1993 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1953 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 1953 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 2-Litre | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2440 mm |
