1963 AC Cobra vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 13 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 207 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1976 Seat 124 | |
Make | AC | Seat |
Model | Cobra | 124 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |