1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1972 Austin 2200
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 10 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 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1972 Austin 2200 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Greyhound | 2200 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 56 L |
