1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1964 Autobianchi Primula
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Primula is newer by 5 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 47 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 259 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Primula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1964 Autobianchi Primula | |
| Make | AC | Autobianchi |
| Model | Greyhound | Primula |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
