1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 51 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, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus 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 80 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus.
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, 1999 Ford Focus, 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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus 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 | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | 2-Litre | Focus |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |