1962 AC Aceca vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus

To start off, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Aceca weights approximately 69 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

1962 AC Aceca 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
Make AC Morgan
Model Aceca Plus 4 Plus
Year Released 1962 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1971 cc 2138 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3350 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 894 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2450 mm


 

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