1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1991 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1991 Dodge Spirit 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 301 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1991 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Greyhound | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
