1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1957 Austin A 40
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1957 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Greyhound | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
