1960 AC Aceca vs. 2008 MG TF

To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 300 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

1960 AC Aceca 2008 MG TF
Make AC MG
Model Aceca TF
Year Released 1960 2008
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1969 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 89.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 1194 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 50 L


 

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