1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1969 Fiat Dino is newer by 6 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 389 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (220 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Greyhound | Dino |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
