1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2000 AC Aceca
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 50 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 284 kg more than 1950 AC 2-Litre. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca 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 | 2000 AC Aceca | |
Make | AC | AC |
Model | 2-Litre | Aceca |
Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |