1971 AC 428 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 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 203 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will offer significantly more control. 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 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | 428 | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
