1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 54 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. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 1958 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 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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, 1958 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | 2-Litre | i20 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2525 mm |
