1961 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 39 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 143 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda HR-V weights approximately 140 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 1961 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Cobra | HR-V |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |