1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 7 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 42 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 203 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Greyhound | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |