1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 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 55 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
