1967 AC 428 vs. 1958 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1900 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 266 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1900. 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 1958 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1900 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:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1958 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | 428 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
