1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1954 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1961 AC Greyhound is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Greyhound | 100 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
