1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1980 Audi 200
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 21 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1980 Audi 200 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Greyhound | 200 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |