1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 127 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Ikon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |