1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 133 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Greyhound | 2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |