1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 64 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, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO 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 105 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2013 Kia RIO, 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre. 2013 Kia RIO 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. 2013 Kia RIO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 AC 2-Litre | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | 2-Litre | RIO |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |
