1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1968 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1968 Mini Clubman is newer by 9 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 66 more horse power than 1968 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 413 kg more than 1968 Mini Clubman. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1968 Mini Clubman | |
Make | AC | Mini |
Model | Greyhound | Clubman |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |