1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 47 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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, 2006 Fiat Strada, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | Strada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
