1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 230 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, 1961 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Greyhound | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
