1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1951 Citroen 15
To start off, 1961 AC Greyhound is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1951 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Greyhound | 15 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
