1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 186 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | 2-Litre | Panda |
| Year Released | 1950 | 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 | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
