1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 34 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 190 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, 1996 Rover 200 (185 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Greyhound | 200 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
