1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 209 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (90 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Greyhound | 100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1113 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
