1958 AC Ace vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1963 Triumph Herald is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 116 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Ace | Herald |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 29 L |
