1970 AC 428 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | 428 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
