1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 64 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1981 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Greyhound | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1333 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
