1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 35 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 353 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Kappa (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Greyhound | Kappa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |