1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1960 AC Greyhound
To start off, both 1960 Abarth 1000 and 1960 AC Greyhound were released in the same year (1960). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 AC Greyhound weights approximately 335 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 1960 AC Greyhound | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 1000 | Greyhound |
Year Released | 1960 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |