1970 AC 428 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 27 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 196 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. 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 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 428 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
