1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 53 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 685 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Greyhound | Colorado |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |