1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 32 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Greyhound | Beretta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |