1954 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 AC Aceca 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
