1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa 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 Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa 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 Corsa.
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 Corsa, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | 2-Litre | Corsa |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 46 L |