1962 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 34 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 182 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121, 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Cobra | 121 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |