1964 Abarth 750 vs. 1967 AC 428
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 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 302 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 948 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. 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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1964 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1964 Abarth 750 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:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 1967 AC 428 | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 750 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 101.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 85 L |
