1971 AC 428 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 1971 AC 428 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1971 AC 428 | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
Make | AC | Daihatsu |
Model | 428 | Fellow |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2100 mm |