1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Greyhound | Galant |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 213 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 | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |