1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1975 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 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 33 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 13 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Greyhound | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
