1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 42 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (78 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 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 330 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Because 1948 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | 2-Litre | 309 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
