1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1993 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1993 Eagle Summit is newer by 45 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, 1993 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Eagle Summit 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 95 kg more than 1993 Eagle Summit.
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, 1993 Eagle Summit, 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, 1993 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Eagle Summit 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 | 1993 Eagle Summit | |
Make | AC | Eagle |
Model | 2-Litre | Summit |
Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |