1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1980 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 160 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 234 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 160.
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, 1948 AC 2-Litre (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1948 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 1980 Chrysler 160 | |
Make | AC | Chrysler |
Model | 2-Litre | 160 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |