1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1970 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 679 kg more than 1970 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:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1970 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Hornet | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
