1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 46 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 495 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | Croma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
