1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Triumph Herald is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 540 kg more than 1963 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1949 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1949 AC 2-Litre | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | 2-Litre | Herald |
Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 29 L |