1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra 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 60 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra.
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, 1998 Opel Astra, 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, 1998 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 AC 2-Litre | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | 2-Litre | Astra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
