1958 AC Ace vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 48 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 229 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Terios |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |
