1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 48 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod 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 376 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 2-Litre | Pod |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
