1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 1965 Riley 4 is newer by 6 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) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley 4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1965 Riley 4 | |
Make | AC | Riley |
Model | Greyhound | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |