1963 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Fiat 126
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 26 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 245 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 405 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1989 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Cobra | 126 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
