1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1974 Fiat 127
To start off, 1974 Fiat 127 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 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 79 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Fiat 127. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1974 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | 127 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
