1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 38 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 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 Kia Cee'd, 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 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | 2-Litre | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |