1963 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 47 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 176 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 447 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, 2010 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2010 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | AC | Daewoo |
| Model | Cobra | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
