1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1974 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 13 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 535 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (340 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1974 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Nova |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
