1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 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 104 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 439 kg more than 1961 Seat 600. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1961 Seat 600 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Greyhound | 600 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
