1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (139 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 331 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (189 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Greyhound | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
