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 (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 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 594 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). 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 | 1969 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
