1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 42 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 238 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (203 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Greyhound | 3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
