1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Fiat Armadillo
To start off, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc, 1996 Fiat Armadillo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Armadillo weights approximately 359 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (200 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Armadillo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 1996 Fiat Armadillo has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Fiat Armadillo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1996 Fiat Armadillo | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | Armadillo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
