1974 AC 428 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | AC | Skoda |
| Model | 428 | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
