1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 470 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Greyhound | 6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
