1956 AC Ace vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 24 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | AC | Morgan |
| Model | Ace | 4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
