1959 AC Ace vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 556 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
