1958 AC Ace vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 44 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 402 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Altima |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
