1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1967 AC 428
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 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 222 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 847 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. 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 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1967 AC 428 | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 1300 | 428 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 7010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 101.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 85 L |