1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 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 37 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 53 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
Make | AC | Simca |
Model | Greyhound | 1308 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |