1964 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Cobra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | Familia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
