1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Sonata 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 291 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Sonata. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1999 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Greyhound | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
