1965 AC 427 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 607 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | 427 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
