1973 AC 428 vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 26 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 211 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz will offer significantly more control. 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 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 428 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
