1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1961 Triumph TR4 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 2,136 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 49 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | Greyhound | TR4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |