1959 AC Ace vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 35 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 13 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 12 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
Make | AC | Morgan |
Model | Ace | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 125 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |