1964 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 156 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 115 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
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, 1994 Honda Civic, 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Cobra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
