1965 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Triumph Stag
To start off, 1973 Triumph Stag is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Stag weights approximately 409 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Stag. (192 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1973 Triumph Stag | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | Aceca | Stag |
Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |