1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 40 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 117 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 976 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |