1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 AC Cobra
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Cobra weights approximately 617 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2005 AC Cobra | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 500 | Cobra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
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 | 445 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2300 mm |