1964 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 8 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 104 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Cobra | 130 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
