1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1959 AC Greyhound is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
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1959 AC Greyhound | 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Greyhound | 6C |
Year Released | 1959 | 1940 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 77 L |