1970 AC 428 vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 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 118 more horse power than 2010 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 118 kg more than 1970 AC 428.
Because 1970 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 1970 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V, 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda CR-V. 2010 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1970 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1970 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | 428 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2619 mm |
