1956 AC Ace vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 55 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 636 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
