1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 52 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 235 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | 2-Litre | Corolla |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |