1958 AC Ace vs. 1991 Austin Montego
To start off, 1991 Austin Montego is newer by 33 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Austin Montego weights approximately 214 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1958 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1991 Austin Montego | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | Montego |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
