1956 AC Aceca vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 5 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aceca | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
