1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 113 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos 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 Stratos | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Greyhound | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
