1962 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 48 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 301 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1962 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1962 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Cobra | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
