1958 AC Ace vs. 1984 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1984 Nissan Leopard is newer by 26 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, 1984 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 215 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. 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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1984 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
