1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 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 85 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | Greyhound | 440 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
