1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1953 Austin A 135
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1953 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Greyhound | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3360 mm |
