1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 21 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 38 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Greyhound | 33 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
