1958 AC Ace vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 36 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 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 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 600 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
