1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Greyhound | Thema |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
