1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1961 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1961 Peugeot 403 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
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:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1961 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Greyhound | 403 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
