1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2010 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 207 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 89 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 207.
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 Peugeot 207, 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 Peugeot 207 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | 2-Litre | 207 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |