1999 AC Aceca vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 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 151 more horse power than 1967 Triumph TR5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph TR5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 480 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph TR5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph TR5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | Aceca | TR5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |