1958 AC Ace vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 23 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) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 215 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
