1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1980 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1980 Fiat Panda 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 273 kg more than 1980 Fiat Panda. 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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (147 Nm). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1980 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
