1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 51 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 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 81 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 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 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2-Litre | 146 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |
