1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Altima 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Altima weights approximately 197 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, 2003 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Greyhound | Altima |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |