1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 45 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 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1202 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Greyhound | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
