1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 54 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa 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 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 2-Litre | Previa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
