1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 57 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, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 670 kg more than 1949 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic 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 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | 2-Litre | Civic |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |