1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 25 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 93 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Greyhound | Delta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
