1956 AC Ace vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 33 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 74 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 229 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Micra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| 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 | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
