1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1979 Ford Fairlane is newer by 16 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 385 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Greyhound | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
