1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L 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 79 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Greyhound | L |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
