1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Greyhound | 2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
