1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 52 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 190 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, both vehicles can yield 137 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2000 Mazda Familia 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. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | 2-Litre | Familia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
