1958 AC Ace vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 50 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ace | Terios |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
