1975 AC 428 vs. 1970 Daihatsu Compagno
To start off, 1975 AC 428 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Compagno would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1975 AC 428 | 1970 Daihatsu Compagno | |
Make | AC | Daihatsu |
Model | 428 | Compagno |
Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 797 cc |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |