1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 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 52 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 55 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
