1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 57 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 196 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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, 1950 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2007 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1950 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1950 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | 2-Litre | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
