1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 295 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Greyhound | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |
