1956 AC Ace vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 33 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 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 21 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Applause |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
