1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana is newer by 48 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana 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 75 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana.
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, 1996 Proton Perdana, 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, 1996 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre. 1996 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1948 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1948 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | AC | Proton |
Model | 2-Litre | Perdana |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2640 mm |