1967 AC 428 vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 24 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 283 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 667 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 1991 Ford Festiva, 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 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | 428 | Festiva |
Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |