1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1958 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 460 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1958 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | AC | Alpine |
| Model | Greyhound | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 28 L |
