1967 AC 428 vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1969 Fiat Dino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 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 168 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | 428 | Dino |
Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |