1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 63 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, 2012 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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, 1949 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1949 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1949 AC 2-Litre | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | 2-Litre | Strada |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |