1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 57 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, 2010 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra 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 90 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra.
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, 2010 Opel Astra, 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, 2010 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra 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 | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | 2-Litre | Astra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
