1958 AC Ace vs. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 26 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 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 590 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1984 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1984 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
