1956 AC Ace vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1966 Triumph 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Ace | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
