1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 34 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 85 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Greyhound | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
