1999 AC Aceca vs. 1961 AC Greyhound
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 595 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1961 AC Greyhound | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | Aceca | Greyhound |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
