1961 AC Ace vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1961 AC Ace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Ace (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | 211 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
