1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 58 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto 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 385 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2007 Fiat Punto, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2007 Fiat Punto has automatic transmission and 1949 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1949 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Punto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 AC 2-Litre | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | 2-Litre | Punto |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |