1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7.
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, 1976 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | 2-Litre | TR7 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |