1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1980 Audi Quattro
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 17 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 275 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1980 Audi Quattro | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Greyhound | Quattro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
