1963 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2001 Toyota Prius is newer by 38 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 200 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 200 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, 2001 Toyota Prius, 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius. 2001 Toyota Prius 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. 2001 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Prius |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
