1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 708 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | 2-Litre | Europa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
