1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2010 Fiat Multipla 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 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 10 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 430 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, 2010 Fiat Multipla, 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, 2010 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2010 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Greyhound | Multipla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |