1961 AC Cobra vs. 1981 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1981 Fiat Argenta is newer by 20 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 156 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1981 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Cobra | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
