1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 33 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Greyhound | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
