1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 235 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 Lancia Lybra, 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Greyhound | Lybra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |