1956 AC Ace vs. 1989 Morgan 4
To start off, 1989 Morgan 4 is newer by 33 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, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 69 kg more than 1989 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan 4. (133 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1989 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | AC | Morgan |
| Model | Ace | 4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
