1956 AC Ace vs. 1984 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 28 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, 1956 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 126 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1984 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Taft |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
