1958 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Altis (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 526 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2004 Daihatsu Altis | |
Make | AC | Daihatsu |
Model | Aceca | Altis |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |