1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 19 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 61 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Capri |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |