1956 AC Ace vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 54 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 435 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
