1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1973 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1973 Triumph Toledo is newer by 14 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 47 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 208 kg more than 1973 Triumph Toledo. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1973 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | Greyhound | Toledo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |