1967 AC 428 vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 285 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | 428 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
