1959 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 126 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1959 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | AC | Daihatsu |
Model | Aceca | Taft |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |