1962 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Holden Astra
To start off, 2002 Holden Astra is newer by 40 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 136 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Astra weights approximately 166 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, 2002 Holden Astra, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2002 Holden Astra | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Astra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
