1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1959 AC Greyhound
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 2 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 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Greyhound weights approximately 37 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1959 AC Greyhound | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 2400 | Greyhound |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |