1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 142 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, 2007 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Greyhound | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 165 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |