1999 AC Aceca vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 669 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.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (85 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | Aceca | Herald |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 841 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |