1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 63 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 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 274 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
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, 2011 Mazda 2, 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, 1948 AC 2-Litre (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | 2-Litre | 2 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |