1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 39 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 @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 128 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1998 Renault Clio | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Greyhound | Clio |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |