1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2004 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2004 Nissan Primera is newer by 51 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, 2004 Nissan Primera (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Primera 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 50 kg more than 2004 Nissan Primera.

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, 2004 Nissan Primera, 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, 2004 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 2004 Nissan Primera has automatic transmission and 1953 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1953 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1953 AC 2-Litre 2004 Nissan Primera
Make AC Nissan
Model 2-Litre Primera
Year Released 1953 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1768 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 62 L