1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 6 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 30 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Greyhound | GTA |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |
