1959 AC Ace vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 426 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
