1960 Abarth 1600 vs. 1949 AC 2-Litre
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1600 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 430 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1600 | 1949 AC 2-Litre | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 1600 | 2-Litre |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |
