1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 777 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Greyhound | Retona |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |