1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1965 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1965 Ford Anglia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound 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 86 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 278 kg more than 1965 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1965 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
