1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 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 15 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Greyhound | C3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |