1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
