1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno 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 78 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
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, 2005 Suzuki Reno, 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, 2005 Suzuki Reno (170 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | 2-Litre | Reno |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
