1961 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 686 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
