1964 AC Cobra vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 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 208 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Cobra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205, 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Cobra | 205 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
