1976 Renault 20 vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 1976 Renault 20 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1976 Renault 20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20, 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 1971 AC 428 | |
| Make | Renault | AC |
| Model | 20 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1645 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
