1962 AC Aceca vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 40 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG TF weights approximately 206 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
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, 1962 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | AC | MG |
| Model | Aceca | TF |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
