1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1962 AC Greyhound
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 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 72 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 445 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1962 AC Greyhound | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 850 | Greyhound |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
