1962 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1971 Seat 124 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Cobra weights approximately 54 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Cobra | 124 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
