1958 AC Ace vs. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry
To start off, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is newer by 12 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 249 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | |
| Make | AC | Datsun |
| Model | Ace | 100A Cherry |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 36 L |
