1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1985 AC Cobra
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 707 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1985 AC Cobra | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 500 | Cobra |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |