1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 57 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 800 kg more than 1948 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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 | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2-Litre | Montero |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
