1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 36 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 18 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 130 kg more than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Carina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
