1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 672 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sportage (245 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Greyhound | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
