1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 16 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 53 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Greyhound | Beta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |