1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 14 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 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Greyhound | CX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2345 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
