1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1961 Trabant Universal 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 427 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
Make | AC | Trabant |
Model | Greyhound | Universal |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |