1958 AC Ace vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 289 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Taft |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
