1957 AC Ace vs. 1984 Austin Montego
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 150 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1984 Austin Montego | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | Montego |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
