1958 AC Ace vs. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 456 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1987 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | AC | Daihatsu |
Model | Ace | Rocky |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |