1971 AC 428 vs. 2000 Hyundai Neos
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 29 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 51 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (247 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Neos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 213 kg more than 1971 AC 428.
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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2000 Hyundai Neos | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | 428 | Neos |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
