1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 2 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1333 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 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
Model | Ambassador | Fellow |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 59 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2100 mm |