1958 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
