1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1965 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1965 Fiat 2300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 179 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1965 Fiat 2300 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | 2300 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
