1967 AC 428 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1986 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, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | AC | Daihatsu |
Model | 428 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |