1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 393 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | Polo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
