1957 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 36 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
