1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 225 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | AC | Hyundai |
Model | Greyhound | Getz |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |