1986 AC Ace vs. 1963 Austin A 90
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1963 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
