1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica 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 180 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
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 Toyota Celica, 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 Toyota Celica (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 2-Litre | Celica |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
