1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 22 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 33 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 33 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Greyhound | 131 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |