1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 50 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | Croma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
