1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 14 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 1 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Greyhound | Eagle |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
