1971 AC 428 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 428 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
