1963 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today 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 224 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Cobra | Today |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
