1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 41 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | AC | Smart |
| Model | Greyhound | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
