1962 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Aceca weights approximately 121 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aceca | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
