1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1965 AC Cobra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC Cobra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | Fiat | AC |
Model | 1500 | Cobra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 267 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |