1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1978 Simca 2 Litres
To start off, 1978 Simca 2 Litres is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Simca 2 Litres.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1978 Simca 2 Litres has automatic transmission and 1958 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1958 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Simca 2 Litres will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 1978 Simca 2 Litres | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | 2-Litre | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |
