1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 436 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Greyhound | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
