1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 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 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 85 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Greyhound | Delta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1929 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 | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
