1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 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) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 331 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Greyhound | Charade |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |
