1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 35 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 2-Litre | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
