1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1966 Simca 1200S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound 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 44 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. 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 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Greyhound | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
