1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1966 Opel Rekord 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 45 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 17 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Greyhound | Rekord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |