1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1967 AC 428
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 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 210 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 423 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 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:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1967 AC 428 | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 2200 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 101.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 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 | 1060 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
