1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 56 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 375 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1952 AC 2-Litre (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1952 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 AC 2-Litre | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | 2-Litre | Palio |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
