1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 35 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 324 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1950 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 1950 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta, 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | 2-Litre | Delta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2480 mm |
