1959 AC Aceca vs. 1991 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1991 Nissan Micra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Aceca weights approximately 229 kg more than 1991 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 1991 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Micra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
