1974 AC 428 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 36 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 112 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 594 kg more than 1974 AC 428.
Because 1974 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 1974 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival, 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | 428 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
