1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1982 Audi 80
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 23 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, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 97 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1982 Audi 80 | |
Make | AC | Audi |
Model | Greyhound | 80 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |