1956 AC Aceca vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 296 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. 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, 2007 MG TF (174 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | AC | MG |
| Model | Aceca | TF |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
