1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2002 Citroen C3
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 54 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, 1948 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 223 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Citroen C3, 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 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 | 2002 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | 2-Litre | C3 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 54 L |
