1961 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1969 Mazda 110 S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Cobra weights approximately 14 kg more than 1969 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1969 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
