1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 38 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, 1953 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 500 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, 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, 1953 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | 2-Litre | Express |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2590 mm |
