1958 AC Ace vs. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 43 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, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
