1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1967 Morris 1800 is newer by 8 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris 1800 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
Make | AC | Morris |
Model | Greyhound | 1800 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |