1999 AC Aceca vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Triumph TR6. 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | Aceca | TR6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |