1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 315 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Greyhound | Thema |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
