1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 855 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2001 Kia Retona | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Greyhound | Retona |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
