1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 11 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 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | 130 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
