1956 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 31 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, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca weights approximately 44 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | AC | Daihatsu |
Model | Aceca | Charmant |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 99 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |