1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1962 AC Greyhound
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Greyhound weights approximately 432 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 1962 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1962 AC Greyhound | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Greyhound |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
