1959 AC Ace vs. 2007 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 48 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.

Compare all specifications:

1959 AC Ace 2007 Nissan Navara
Make AC Nissan
Model Ace Navara
Year Released 1959 2007
Body Type Roadster Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1923 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 80 L