1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 53 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 100 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre. 2001 Toyota RunX 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. 2001 Toyota RunX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 2-Litre | RunX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
