1956 AC Ace vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 51 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 960 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (315 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
