1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 49 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Greyhound | C2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 41 L |
