1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Greyhound | 121 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
