1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 17 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 155 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Capri |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
