1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Citroen C4
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 45 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 288 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Greyhound | C4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
