1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 1303 is newer by 7 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 89 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (84 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1968 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Greyhound | 1303 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
