1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 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 101 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 165 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 70. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | AC | Trabant |
| Model | Greyhound | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
