1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1979 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 318 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1979 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Greyhound | Visa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
