1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 52 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, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 365 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Prius, 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Greyhound | Prius |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |