1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 447 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Greyhound | Galant |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |