1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 61 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (261 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 59 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | 2-Litre | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |