1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 1985 Holden Barina is newer by 26 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Greyhound | Barina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2250 mm |
