1963 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 42 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 189 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 10 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, 2005 Honda Fit, 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2005 Honda Fit | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Cobra | Fit |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |