1972 AC 428 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AC 428 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | 428 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
