1957 AC Ace vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1975 Nissan Laurel is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. Both 1957 AC Ace and 1975 Nissan Laurel are equipped with a 1,990 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 230 kg more than 1957 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
