2004 AC Aceca vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Aceca | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
