1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 58 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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | 2-Litre | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 48 L |