1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa 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 1,971 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 1993 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
