1963 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 8 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 220 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Cobra | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
