1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1961 AC Greyhound is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 275 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |
