1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon 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 10 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Greyhound | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
