1962 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cedric is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 529 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
