1973 AC 428 vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 23 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | 428 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
