1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1974 Seat 1430 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 53 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Greyhound | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
