1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka 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 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 2009 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 43 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Ka |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1599 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 | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |