1974 AC 428 vs. 1995 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 1995 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | 428 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| 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 | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
