1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 50 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Greyhound | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |