1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 392 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Greyhound | Aspen |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |