1959 AC Ace vs. 1966 MG 1100
To start off, 1966 MG 1100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1966 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1966 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 69 kg more than 1966 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1966 MG 1100 | |
| Make | AC | MG |
| Model | Ace | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
