1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 265 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Greyhound | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Greyhound | 600 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 40 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |