1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
