1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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, 2006 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 292 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, 2006 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Greyhound | Astra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |