1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1969 Renault 12 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 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 64 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (98 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Greyhound | 12 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
