1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Greyhound weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | AC | Smart |
| Model | Greyhound | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 33 L |
