1958 AC Ace vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | AC | Morgan |
| Model | Ace | 4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
