1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 40 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 10 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (289 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Greyhound | 156 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
