1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 31 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 64 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
