1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1962 AC Greyhound
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1962 AC Greyhound | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 750 | Greyhound |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |
