1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Because 1952 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 1952 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1952 AC 2-Litre | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | 2-Litre | Dedra |
Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |