1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 255 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2-Litre | Colt |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
