1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Greyhound | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
