1973 AC 428 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 428 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
