1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
Because 1949 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 1949 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, 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, 1949 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 AC 2-Litre | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | 2-Litre | Integra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
