1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 38 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, 1997 Ford Puma (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 33 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1997 Ford Puma | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Puma |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |