1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 975 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Greyhound | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
