1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 44 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Greyhound | 156 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
