1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1982 Fiat 131
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 301 kg more than 1982 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1950 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 1982 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | 2-Litre | 131 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2500 mm |
