1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 25 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 94 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 460 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Greyhound | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Greyhound | Mehari |
Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 39 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |