1962 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 is newer by 11 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) has 205 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Cobra | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
