1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 17 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 312 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Greyhound | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
