1954 Abarth Renault vs. 1967 AC 428
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1954 Abarth Renault. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1954 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1954 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Abarth Renault | 1967 AC 428 | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | Renault | 428 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 85 L |
