1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 62 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 280 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 AC 2-Litre | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2-Litre | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2760 mm |
