1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1978 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1978 Talbot Horizon 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 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 66 more horse power than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1978 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Talbot Horizon. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1978 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | AC | Talbot |
| Model | Greyhound | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
