1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Fiat 126
To start off, 1979 Fiat 126 is newer by 18 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 99 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1979 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | 126 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
