1963 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 35 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 174 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Capa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1963 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Cobra | Capa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
