1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 31 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Greyhound | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
