1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 1994 Ford Contour
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 42 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour 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 78 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour.
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, 1994 Ford Contour, 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour 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 | 1994 Ford Contour | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | 2-Litre | Contour |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |