1958 AC Ace vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1961 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 195 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
