1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 AC Cobra

To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 490 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Abarth 750 1999 AC Cobra
Make Abarth AC
Model 750 Cobra
Year Released 1957 1999
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 58 Nm 579 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 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 535 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2300 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 90 L


 

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