1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 165 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Greyhound | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
