1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1977 Nissan Stanza is newer by 18 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. 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 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Greyhound | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
