1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 29 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 48 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta. 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, 1988 Lancia Delta, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Greyhound | Delta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
