2001 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1976 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1976 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 944 kg more than 1976 Morgan 4. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1976 Morgan 4 | |
Make | AC | Morgan |
Model | Aceca | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |