1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 546 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.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona 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 | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | 2-Litre | Retona |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2370 mm |
