1963 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | Familia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
