1960 AC Greyhound vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1960 AC Greyhound is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 295 kg more than 1960 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 AC Greyhound | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Greyhound | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
