1962 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 49 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 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 167 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, 2011 Ford Fiesta, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1600 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 | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
