1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 41 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 47 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | AC | Suzuki |
Model | Greyhound | Jimny |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |