1999 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 915 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
