1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1985 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 23 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 17 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Greyhound | 33 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
