1963 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Roadster weights approximately 46 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
Make | AC | Morgan |
Model | Aceca | Roadster |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |