1962 AC Aceca vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1963 Triumph TR4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Triumph TR4. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
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, 1963 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | Aceca | TR4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |