1964 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1970 Mazda 616 is newer by 6 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 188 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Cobra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | 616 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
