1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 37 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 505 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Greyhound | 166 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
