1973 AC 428 vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 34 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 189 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | AC | Proton |
| Model | 428 | Satria |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
