1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 33 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 370 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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Greyhound | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
