1958 AC Ace vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Charade |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |
