1953 AC Ace vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC Ace (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC Ace weights approximately 78 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Charade |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |
