1956 AC Ace vs. 1981 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 191 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1981 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Delta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2200 mm |
