1997 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 574 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Cobra | 130 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
