1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 42 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 24 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 93 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2004 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
