1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 44 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), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 475 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Greyhound | 156 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| 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 | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
