1956 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 570 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2080 mm |
