1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka 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 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 153 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Greyhound | Ka |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |