1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 39 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Greyhound | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
