1963 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2000 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 37 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 148 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 402 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2000 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Cobra | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |