1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Seat 124 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 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 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1977 Seat 124 | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | Greyhound | 124 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |