1961 AC Ace vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1971 Nissan Gloria is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace 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 11 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 482 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
