1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 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 105 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 460 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | 500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1960 mm |
