1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is newer by 46 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 437 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Greyhound | Crosswagon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
