1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1982 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 21 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 525 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1982 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | AC | Avanti |
| Model | Greyhound | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
