1953 AC Ace vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 54 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 398 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Terios II |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
