1958 AC Ace vs. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 460 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 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 |
