1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 28 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) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
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, 1987 Zastava Yugo, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (124 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | AC | Zastava |
| Model | Greyhound | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
