1970 AC 428 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1970 AC 428 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 428 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2160 mm |
