1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1981 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1981 Seat Ritmo is newer by 20 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 60 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 133 kg more than 1981 Seat Ritmo. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1981 Seat Ritmo | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Greyhound | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
