1963 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 9 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 212 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Cobra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
