1956 AC Ace vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1961 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 31 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
