1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 43 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Greyhound | Element |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
