1971 AC 428 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 34 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 47 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | 428 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
