1957 AC Ace vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1983 Nissan Micra is newer by 26 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. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 AC Ace weights approximately 194 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Micra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
