1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 51 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 519 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm). This means 1961 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Greyhound | i40 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
